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September 5 marked the third week of the high school football season in South Carolina. A total of 115 games were slated to take place, with 20 games featuring teams ranked in the statewide top 25.

Highlighted matchups included No. 3 South Florence facing off against No. 2 Northwestern, No. 7 Summerville hosting No. 17 Berkeley, and No. 16 Dorman taking on No. 13 Greenwood. In total, South Carolina’s rich football landscape showcased matchups across various classifications.

Class Highlights

• Class AAAAA: 37 games, including the significant battle between South Florence and Northwestern.
• Class AAAA: 35 games, featuring No. 25 hosting No. 11 Camden.
• Class AAA: 28 games, with No. 10 Loris traveling to South Columbus.
• Class AA: 35 games, notable for No. 14 Batesburg-Leesville hosting Abbeville.
• Class A: 29 games, beginning with the American Leadership Academy versus Branchville matchup at 4:00 PM.

Final Scores from September 5

The following scores were recorded from completed games:

• AC Flora 41, Southside Christian 6
• Abbeville 23, Batesburg-Leesville 15
• Camden 41, Hartsville 31
• Christ School (NC) 49, Cardinal Newman 12
• Clear Dot Charter 22, American Leadership 19
• Dreher 42, Lakewood 0
• Dutch Fork 28, Ridge View 21
• Fairfield Central 56, CA Johnson 0
• Florence Christian 14, Heathwood Hall 13
• Fort Mill 33, Blythewood 7
• Gray Collegiate 27, Marlboro County 14
• Greenwood Christian 20, Eau Claire 16
• Hammond 14, Porter-Gaud 7
• Irmo 42, Butler (NC) 14
• Keenan 34, Battery Creek 27
• Lower Richland 28, Colleton County 0
• Lugoff-Elgin 45, Darlington 21
• Midland Valley 21, Lexington 17
• Nation Ford 20, River Bluff 17
• Newberry 41, Clinton 12
• North Central 26, Columbia 0
• Orangeburg-Wilkinson 40, Airport 0
• Spring Valley 7, Chapin 6
• Swansea 35, Wagener-Salley 0
• Westwood 53, Richland Northeast 14
• White Knoll 49, Brookland-Cayce 13
• Wilson Hall 35, Ben Lippen 14
• WW King 46, Richard Winn 28
• Ashley Ridge 24, Wando 0
• Bamberg-Ehrhardt 29, Barnwell 14
• Belton-Honea Path 43, Laurens 10
• Bishop England 28, Hanahan 6
• Blue Ridge 35, Polk County 19
• Bluffton 33, Savannah Country Day 20
• Boiling Springs 56, Chapman 0
• Carolina 21, Berea 6
• Carolina Forest 27, New Hanover (NC) 0
• Catawba Ridge 27, Chester 24
• Chase (NC) 28, Blacksburg 20
• Cheraw 13, Conway 3
• Chesnee 33, Walhalla 6
• Chesterfield 55, Lee Central 28
• Christ Church 37, Riverside 35
• Clover 21, Pallisades (NC) 19
• Colleton Prep 44, Andrew Jackson 8
• Crestwood 50, Kingstree 6
• Daniel 31, JL Mann 14
• Dixie 41, Southside 14
• Easley 35, Wade Hampton 21
• First Baptist 42, St. John’s Christian 6
• Fox Creek 69, Glen Hills (Ga.) 0
• Georgetown 18, Johnsonville 6
• Great Falls 64, Allendale Fairfax 18
• Greenville 17, Gaffney 14
• Greenwood 42, Dorman 41 (OT)
• Hampton County 36, Silver Bluff 21
• Hillcrest 55, Greer 16
• Indian Land 36, Andrew Jackson 0
• James Island 42, Goose Creek 0
• Johnsonville 21, Georgetown 10
• Latta 54, McBee 19
• Lewisville 20, Atlantic Collegiate 6
• Liberty 42, Pickens 17
• Loris 54, South Columbus (NC) 14
• Mauldin 21, Fountain Inn 16
• May River 34, Lake City 16
• Mountain View Prep 66, St. Joseph’s 27
• Mullins 30, Green Sea Floyds 14
• Ninety-Six 28, Blackville-Hilda 12
• North Augusta 51, South Aiken 21
• North Myrtle Beach 24, West Brunswick (NC) 12
• Northwestern 55, South Florence 35
• Northwood 48, Laurence Manning 9
• Oceanside Collegiate 41, Savannah Christian 21
• Orangeburg Prep 41, Thomas Heyward 27
• Pageland Central 55, Lamar 20
• Philip Simmons 17, Beaufort 6
• Powdersville 33, Wren 29
• Rock Hill 28, Lancaster 11
• Seneca 47, West-Oak 0
• Socastee 14, Aynor 7
• South Pointe 10, West Charlotte (NC) 7
• Spartanburg 50, Broome 7
• Spartanburg Christian 20, Camden Military 14
• Stall 33, Academic Magnet 21
• Stratford 56, Fort Dorchester 3
• St. James 35, Lucy Beckham 28
• Summerville 36, Berkeley 20
• Sumter 63, Myrtle Beach 27
• TL Hanna 42, Westside 13
• Timberland 7, Cross 6
• Travelers Rest 35, Palmetto 0
• Ware Shoals 20, Landrum 12
• West Florence 51, Marion 16
• Woodland 45, Bethune Bowman 2
• Woodmont 28, Pendleton 21
• Woodruff 50, Emerald 22
• York 27, Union County 20

Background of South Carolina Football

High school football in South Carolina boasts a long-standing tradition, with annual seasons drawing significant local support. Each classification — from AAAAA to A — provides schools with opportunities to showcase their skills and athletic pride. The third week of play typically brings some of the most exciting matchups of the season.

The South Carolina Football Coaches Association oversees the rankings, keeping track of team performances that culminate in the playoffs. This competitive structure encourages teams to consistently strive for excellence on the field.

What is the significance of Week 3 in the South Carolina high school football season?

Week 3 marks a crucial point in the season where teams begin to solidify their standings and rankings, impacting playoff positions.

How many games were played on September 5, 2025?

A total of 115 games were scheduled across South Carolina on that date.

Which matchups were considered notable during this week?

The notable matchups included No. 3 South Florence vs. No. 2 Northwestern and No. 7 Summerville hosting No. 17 Berkeley, among others.

How do rankings affect game outcomes in high school football?

Rankings influence perceptions of team strengths and often create high-stakes matchups, resulting in enhanced competition and fan engagement.